Lauren

...subjects, my favorite subjects to teach are math and writing. I truly enjoy mathematics, and that passion becomes a part of my teaching. From pre-algebra to statistics, I love finding new ways to explain challenging mathematical concepts. I also believe that the ability to communicate effectively through written language is crucial for academic and professional success. As students develop better writing skills, they gain confidence in a variety of subjects and are more prepared for...

Janice

...received my bachelor of science in ecology, behavior, and evolution from UCLA in 2011. From there, I went to study at Harvard University in the same discipline--it was there that I received most of my teacher training, i.e. worked as a teaching fellow. Every student has the potential to excel, but for whatever reason of stress or self-doubt, they do not succeed. I would like to help change student perspectives of their own mental capacity...

Rebecca

...textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that “education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” I empower my students to seek answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching around the student’s individual interests and needs. For example, one 6th grade student loved to perform onstage, so we wrote a play to explore theme, plot,...

Darri

...respect me enough to engage in the subject I'm tutoring. I have no one method because each student's needs and solutions are unique. I've tutored students of all ages, from homework help for 3rd graders to ESL for adults. I particularly love tutoring students in French, Spanish, and Literary Arts, since those are my personal passions. In my free time, I like to take advantage of the LA sunshine and sit in my courtyard, enjoying...

Andrew

...my tutoring sessions to develop the students to become independent: for they will lack the availability of such help throughout college. I lead my tutoring sessions using a variety of methods, until I find the best method to help the students, because I know that each and every student is different. I lead my tutoring sessions to train the students to challenge the knowledge and the methods I present, in hopes that they in turn...

Tara

...love working with students one-on-one because it's possible to get to the bottom of whatever is challenging them and help them conquer it. I love to see the light-bulbs go on when they finally understand something or realize what they know. It's also fun to build rapport with young people and help them discover the joy of learning. I have over ten years of teaching experience in all subjects: as a full-time elementary school teacher,...

Nazanin

I am a professional educator with a degree from the University of North Texas. I have spent years in the classroom as an educator (general education, K-12, and ESL Certified K-12) as well as years out of the classroom as a program manager for music-based education programs for a large music nonprofit. My tutoring approach is to develop...

Jessica

...and Spanish. In my opinion, languages, both those that we are native to and new ones we wish to acquire, are fascinating but also take a lot of work to stay fresh. I understand the struggles many students face while grappling with reading and writing in English, and I especially understand the difficulties of mastering Spanish, as it is not my native tongue. I have found that this understanding helps me to be a more...

Phil

...an East Coaster now living in Los Angeles. Originally from New England, I went to college at New York University. From NYU, I obtained an Honors MBFA in Film & Television, as well as an English minor. Much of my coursework consisted of English, History, Media, and Production courses. I even spent a semester abroad in London! My passion is the humanities: writing, English, and history specifically. I've tutored these areas, as well as college...

Caroline

...teaching critical reading). Having also participated in test preparation programs, I have worked with students preparing for standardized tests and am keen on effective tools, techniques, and strategies useful for allowing students to achieve their best scores. I have found my tutoring and teaching experiences to be extremely rewarding. They have required me to use my intelligence, patience, and empathy to not only help students academically, but also build relationships with them, while enthusiastically rooting...